âMs. Whitmanâ Diss Track Sparks Hip-Hop Feud
A new feud has erupted in hip-hop, revolving around Bhad Bhabieâs diss track, âMs. Whitman.â This fierce attack targets Alabama Barker, the daughter of Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker. The track has reignited discussions about diss tracksâ significance in modern hip-hop.
Released on February 25, 2025, âMs. Whitmanâ is a fierce critique of Alabama Barker. Bhad Bhabie, who gained fame from her viral Dr. Phil appearance, delivers sharp lyrics. She touches on Barkerâs appearance and personal relationships. The track samples Kanye West and Ty Dolla Signâs âCARNIVAL,â showing Bhad Bhabieâs growth as an artist.
Key lines from the diss include:
⢠âNo, you not a model, give that flow right back to Latto.â
⢠âKeep my baby daddy name out yoâ f**kinâ mouth âfore I Will Smith it.â
⢠âThis h** belong all in the zoo, see, I donât understand / She f**ked on Tyga and killinâ babies, I seen the sonogram.â
These bars target Barker while also referencing cultural moments and other artists. The track skillfully incorporates nods to Soulja Boy, the Kardashians, Marlon Wayans, and Jackboy, while referencing Drakeâs âGodâs Plan.â
Visual Element and Reception
The video for âMs. Whitman,â directed by Apex Visions, adds another layer to the feud. It even features a Travis Barker lookalike, further fueling the conflict. This shows Bhad Bhabieâs commitment to the beef.
The track has received positive reactions on social media. Fans praised Bhad Bhabieâs delivery. One user on X stated, âIâm not gonna lie, Bhad Bhabie ate Alabama Barker [the f**k] up on this diss record.â Another shared, âBhad Bhabie said, âGive that flow back to Latto!ââ and included a GIF of Kylie Jenner laughing.
Hip-Hopâs Diss Track Legacy
The âMs. Whitmanâ diss track calls to mind some of hip-hopâs most iconic battles, which have shaped the genre over decades:
The Roxanne Wars (1984) is one of the earliest examples of diss tracks. It was sparked by Roxanne ShantĂŠâs âRoxanneâs Revenge,â which was a response to UTFOâs âRoxanne, Roxanne.â
Tupac vs. Biggie (1996): Perhaps the most famous rap beef, which tragically escalated beyond music. Tupacâs âHit âEm Upâ remains one of the most infamous diss tracks of all time.
Jay-Z vs. Nas (2001): Their battle produced classics like âTakeoverâ and âEther,â setting a high bar for diss tracks and lyrical prowess.
âNot Like Usâ by Kendrick Lamar (2024): This diss track became one of the most impactful and controversial in recent hip-hop history. Released on May 4, 2024, it broke multiple streaming records and won five Grammy Awards. The track features scathing lyrics accusing Drake of inappropriate behavior with minors, cultural appropriation, and exploiting Black artists from Atlanta. Lamarâs performance of âNot Like Usâ during the Super Bowl LIX halftime show further solidified its cultural impact.
While itâs too early to tell if the âMs. Whitmanâ diss track will reach such legendary status, itâs clear that the tradition of rap battles is alive and well in the next generation of hip-hop artists.
As the hip-hop community awaits Alabama Barkerâs response to the âMs. Whitmanâ diss track, one thing is certain: in the world of rap, a well-crafted diss track can be as career-defining as a chart-topping hit. From the Roxanne Wars to the recent Bhad Bhabie and Alabama Barker feud, diss tracks continue to be an integral part of hip-hopâs DNA, providing some of the genreâs most memorable moments and driving its evolution.
